Ultrasonic Rail Flaw Detection Vehicles
Ultrasonic rail flaw detection vehicle designed for dual-purpose operation on both railways and highways, enabling rapid deployment and inspection across mixed-use track environments without requiring separate road and rail transport.
Equipment in This Category
GT6600 Hi-Rail Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Vehicle
The GT6600 is a four-wheel-drive hi-rail ultrasonic flaw detection vehicle designed for high-speed inspection of long...
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UR18-D Ultrasonic Rail Flaw Detection Vehicle
The UR18-D is a lithium battery driven dual-rail ultrasonic flaw detection vehicle designed for inspection of both...
View Product →Problems This Equipment Solves
- Rail defects such as transverse cracks in the rail head are invisible to visual inspection and can lead to derailments
- Single rail inspection equipment requires two separate passes to cover both rails, increasing time and operational cost
- Heavy inspection vehicles often require lifting equipment to get on and off track, slowing deployment
- Limited possession windows restrict how much track can be inspected per shift
- Manual verification is needed after detection, but data must be recorded and reviewed later to confirm defects
Who This Category Is For
Railway bureaus conducting routine inspections on mixed-use or remote lines
Private and industrial railways with limited access to lifting equipment
Port and mine operators maintaining track in areas with both rail and road access
Urban metro systems requiring fast setup and teardown during night maintenance
Rail maintenance contractors operating across multiple sites with varying track types
Core Advantages
- Dual-purpose capability allows operation on both railways and highways without reconfiguration
- Patented disassembled platform enables two-person crew to carry and assemble modules on track within five minutes
- Continuous detection at 15 km/h maintains high productivity within short possession windows
- Endurance of not less than 60 km or 4 hours of continuous work per shift supports full shift coverage
- A-scan and B-scan data recorded for later playback and expert review ensures traceability and verification
Where It Is Used
- Inspection of mixed-use railway corridors where highway access is required for vehicle transport
- Remote industrial track maintenance where lifting equipment is unavailable
- Urban metro lines with limited night windows and need for rapid on-site deployment
- Port and mine rail systems with frequent track changes and limited inspection windows
- Follow-up verification runs after rail grinding or replacement on lines with dual-purpose access
Related Cases and Industries
UR18-D Pass the review of standard measurement technology
UR18-D became the first enterprise in China to obtain certification for special railway measuring instruments in ultrasonic rail t
Dual Rail Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Vehicle Enters African Market
First use of the UR18-D dual-rail ultrasonic flaw detection vehicle on the Mombasa-Nairobi Railway in September 2017 Successful in
State Owned Railways
State-owned main line railways require reliable, repeatable ultrasonic rail flaw detection to identify internal defects such as tr
Urban Metro and City Rail
Urban metro and city rail systems operate under strict night maintenance windows, where track inspection must be fast, reliable, a
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this vehicle operate on highways as well as railways?
Yes. The vehicle is designed for dual-purpose use, allowing operation on both railways and highways without requiring separate transport or reconfiguration.
How long does it take to assemble the vehicle on track?
Assembly or disassembly can be completed within five minutes by a two-person crew, thanks to the patented disassembled platform and modules under 48 kg.
What is the detection speed and endurance?
Continuous detection at not less than 15 km/h, with endurance of not less than 60 km or 4 hours of continuous work per shift.
How is the data from the inspection stored and reviewed?
A-scan and B-scan data, speed, sensitivity, and job information are recorded and can be played back, transferred, and reviewed by an analysis centre for defect confirmation.
Is training provided for operators?
Yes. Pre-sales, in-sales, and after-sales technical support, on-site engineer training, and construction team support are included with every order.
What kind of defects does it detect?
It uses a 9-channel wheel probe with primary and secondary waves to detect transverse cracks in the rail head, which are invisible to visual inspection.
How many people are needed to operate it on track?
Two people are sufficient to carry and assemble the modules, and the vehicle can be operated by a crew of up to four with full loading capacity.
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